2223-2225 Greene St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $700 (46 Rentals)
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Towers at Forest Acres
2050 N Beltline BlvdColumbia, SC 29204
2322 Two Notch Rd
ColumbiaSC29204
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Capri
4425 E Chapel StColumbia, SC 29205
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The Landings at Forest Acres
3431 Covenant RdColumbia, SC 29204
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Cross Hill Apartments
4427 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
2628 Parkwood Dr
ColumbiaSC29204
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Arrington Place Apartments
1720 Van Heise StColumbia, SC 29204
3232 Brookwood Ct
ColumbiaSC29204
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230 S Gregg St
ColumbiaSC29205
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Ravenwood Hills
4215 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
1106 Page St
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312-314 South Harden Street
ColumbiaSC29205
2119 Kiawah Ave
ColumbiaSC29205
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$1,199 - $1,9292 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Cooper
4214 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
2444 Washington St, Unit 2444, Unit 2444
2444 Washington St
ColumbiaSC29204
1908 St Louis Ave
ColumbiaSC29204
3600 Chateau Dr, Unit 224, Unit 224
3600 Chateau Dr
ColumbiaSC29204
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42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest
5150 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29206
1575 Lonsford Dr
ColumbiaSC29206
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Carriage Place
6530 Davidson StColumbia, SC 29209
920 Daly St
ColumbiaSC29205
715-717 Sims Ave
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2446 Washington St, Unit 2446 Washington Street, Unit 2446 Washington Street
2446 Washington StColumbia, SC 29204
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Barkoot Apartments
4679 Fort Jackson BlvdColumbia, SC 29209
2231 Harper St
ColumbiaSC29204
2514 Bratton St
ColumbiaSC29205
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Lamplighter Apartments
1730 Windover StColumbia, SC 29204
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Spring Gardens
325 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29206
4103 Devine St
ColumbiaSC29205
2320 Byrnes Dr
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103 Sunrise Ave
ColumbiaSC29205
2227 Waites Rd
ColumbiaSC29204
2821 Ashton St
ColumbiaSC29204
2225 Waites Rd
ColumbiaSC29204
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308 Percival Rd
308 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29206
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3425 Prentice Ave
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2629 Craig Rd
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2808 Wheat St
ColumbiaSC29205
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801 King St
801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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2411 Blossom St
2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
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5000 Forest
5000 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29206
2418 Laurel St
ColumbiaSC29204
108-110 Kilbourne Rd
ColumbiaSC29205
5123 Kilbourne Rd
ColumbiaSC29209
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East Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,405 | $900 | $2,249 |
| East Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $795 | $1,925 |
| East Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $950 | $2,802 |
| East Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $1,100 | $3,100 |
| East Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,267 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available East Columbia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Capri priced from $925. Towers at Forest Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $973. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capri | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 2A - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $973 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 308 Percival Rd | Unit 901 | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | A-42 | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,395 |
| The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,399 |
| The Cardinal Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,426 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, SC
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $0.94 price per square foot Unit 901 Model at 308 Percival Rd in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the Two Bedrooms Model at Carriage Place starting at $1,395 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 Percival Rd | Unit 901 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 5th & Sloan | The Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 2A - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 2446 Washington St, Unit 2446 Washington Street | 2446 Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | A-42 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Capri | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Columbia is under $1,426.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in East Columbia is Capri which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in East Columbia costs $3,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Columbia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in East Columbia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Columbia?
Cheap apartments in East Columbia have an average cost of $422 which is $3,278 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbia.
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